Belgrano vs Defensa y Justicia: match statistics
Belgrano vs Defensa y Justicia: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Belgrano played against Defensa y Justicia in Primera División (Argentina). The game was played on August 23, 2026. Venue: Estadio Julio César Villagra. Final score: 1:2.
Recent form
Belgrano has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 2.00 points per game. Defensa y Justicia has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, with 1.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Belgrano scores 1.20 goals per game and allows 0.72. Defensa y Justicia scores 1.14 and allows 1.33. Games in this league average 2.06 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 36% of Belgrano's games and 62% of Defensa y Justicia's. The Over 2.5 rates are 32% and 43%, compared with league averages of 43% for BTTS and 35% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Defensa y Justicia has the higher season xG average, 1.40 to 1.37 per game. Belgrano takes 11.8 shots per game, while Defensa y Justicia takes 11.5.
First-half and second-half trends
Belgrano leads at halftime in 24% of its games and scores 0.88 goals per game after halftime. Defensa y Justicia leads at halftime in 29% and scores 0.52 after halftime.
When the teams score
Belgrano's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (10 goals). For Defensa y Justicia, it is minutes 31-45+ (6 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Primera División games average 2.06 goals. Both teams score in 43% of games, and 35% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 4 previous meetings were available. The record was 1 home win, 1 draw and 2 away wins. Those games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Belgrano have a clearly superior season record, with 13 wins and just 5 defeats, while Defensa y Justicia have won 6 of their 21 matches. At home, the hosts average 1.42 goals scored and concede just 0.58, whereas the visitors allow opponents 1.50 goals per away match. Belgrano’s advantage is also evident in the quality of chances: their home xG stands at 1.39, with 1.06 xG conceded, while Defensa y Justicia have a negative away goal difference of -3 and 1.52 xG conceded. The hosts are also in better defensive form, having conceded only 2 goals in their last five matches, compared with 7 conceded by the visitors. A draw remains a realistic possibility given Defensa y Justicia’s 30% away draw rate, but Belgrano’s solidity at home points towards a home win.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
A scenario with both teams scoring is slightly more likely, as Belgrano have recorded BTTS in 73% of their matches this season, well above the league average of 43%. The hosts average 1.09 goals, while Defensa y Justicia concede 1.50 away from home, giving Belgrano solid grounds to score. The visitors average 1.20 goals, compared with Belgrano’s 1.18 goals conceded, and their xG over the last five matches has risen to 1.87. Caution is warranted due to Belgrano’s excellent recent defensive form: they have conceded just 2 goals in five matches, while BTTS landed in only 20% of their games during that period. Nevertheless, the combination of the hosts’ high seasonal BTTS rate and the visitors’ defensive weakness, having conceded 7 goals in their last five matches, provides slight support for the BTTS - Yes pick.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
The league profile favors a more cautious scenario, with an average of just 2.07 goals per match and the 2.5-goal line being exceeded in 35% of games. Belgrano have had at least four goals in only 9% of their matches, compared with 30% for Defensa y Justicia, providing clear support for a low-scoring outcome. The hosts have conceded just 2 goals in their last five matches, or 0.4 per game, despite their opponents creating chances worth an average of 1.43 xG. The visitors’ attack is capable of posing a threat, as shown by 1.87 xG across their last five appearances, but they scored only 1.2 goals per game during that period. The projected total of 2.18 goals leaves a substantial margin below four goals, making Under 3.5 the strongest pick.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
The strongest scenario is a draw at half-time followed by a Belgrano win at full-time, as the hosts were level after 45 minutes in 55% of their matches and kept a clean sheet before the break in 80% of their last five games. Belgrano have conceded just 0.4 goals per match recently, while Defensa y Justicia have allowed opponents 1.4 goals per game, clearly strengthening the hosts’ prospects after the interval. The hosts have averaged 2.0 points per match over their last five league fixtures and won 60% of those games, compared with the visitors’ 1.6 points and 40% win rate. Belgrano are also creating higher-quality chances, with an average xG of 1.50 against 1.29 for their opponents, while Defensa concede an average of 1.52 xG. Therefore, an even start should more often turn into a decisive advantage for the hosts by full-time.
View first-half and second-half statisticsStats by half
Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Belgrano | Defensa y Justicia | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 31% | 38% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.33 | 0.26 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Belgrano is 25% better for: last-5 form.
2 pts / game - Belgrano · 1.6 pts / game - Defensa y Justicia
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Belgrano is 5% better for: goals scored per game.
1.2 goals / game - Belgrano · 1.14 goals / game - Defensa y Justicia
Belgrano is 85% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.72 goals / game - Belgrano · 1.33 goals / game - Defensa y Justicia
Belgrano scores in 72% of games (18 of 25 games), while Defensa y Justicia keeps a clean sheet in 24% (5 of 21 games).
Defensa y Justicia scores in 71% of games (15 of 21 games), while Belgrano keeps a clean sheet in 52% (13 of 25 games).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Belgrano
Over / Under - Defensa y Justicia
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Defensa y Justicia is 8% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.2 pts / game - Belgrano · 1.29 pts / game - Defensa y Justicia
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Belgrano - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 24% of games and wins 52%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Defensa y Justicia - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 29% of games and wins 29%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -1 | 0 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (10 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (4). Late-goal balance (76-90): +6 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (6 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): -5 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Belgrano
Defensa y Justicia
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Primera División).
Teams vs league
| Belgrano | Liga | Defensa y Justicia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 1.92 | 2.06 | ▲ 2.48 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 36% | 43% | ▲ 62% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 32% | 35% | ▲ 43% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 52% | 35% | ▼ 24% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 56% | 59% | ▲ 71% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 68% | 71% | ▼ 67% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Belgrano's perspective: 1 win, 1 draw and 2 losses against Defensa y Justicia. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Belgrano vs Defensa y Justicia?
The Primera División match finished Belgrano 1:2 Defensa y Justicia. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Belgrano and Defensa y Justicia?
In the last 4 head-to-head matches Belgrano won 1, Defensa y Justicia won 2 and 1 ended level. These games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Belgrano vs Defensa y Justicia?
Belgrano score 1.20 goals per game on average and Defensa y Justicia 1.14. The Primera División average is 2.06 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 35% of games. Both teams score in 36% of Belgrano's matches and 62% of Defensa y Justicia's.
What form are Belgrano and Defensa y Justicia in?
Over the last 5 games Belgrano have a 3-1-1 record (2.00 points per game) and Defensa y Justicia 2-2-1 (1.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Belgrano vs Defensa y Justicia?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Belgrano vs Defensa y Justicia: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.